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Dallas Mavericks – DeJuan Blair Gives Much Needed Frontcourt Depth
Earlier in the offseason, it looked like the Dallas Mavericks were intent on building a team made out of guards, neglecting to pursue the better big men available in free agency. However, they eventually started filling those roles, with DeJuan Blair signing as a free agent, finally giving the team some depth at the frontcourt.
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Detroit Pistons – Brandon Jennings Might Make Them Into More Than a Borderline Playoff Team
The Detroit Pistons have been looking to upgrade their situation at point guard all offseason, and finally pulled the trigger on one which obviously is an improvement when it comes to his talent and scoring ability, but also has a few risk warnings attached to him. Still, trading for Brandon Jennings probably pushed the expectation level for the Pistons even higher, in what might become more than a simply return-to-the-playoffs season.
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NBA Rumors – Los Angeles Clippers & Indiana Pacers Might Try & Sign Al Harrington
The indication of Al Harrington trying to get a buyout for his contract from the Orlando Magic is sending very minor waves around the league, and still, there is a slight interest in the veteran power forward, with the Indiana Pacers (a former team) and the Los Angeles Clippers possibly looking to add him to the team.
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Transfer Rumors 2013 – Manchester United Might Try & Sign Claudio Marchisio
Names of central midfielders Manchester United might be interested in keep popping around media outlets in Europe, with Claudio Marchisio of Juventus being the latest alleged candidate.
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Chelsea FC – David Luiz Shouldn’t Be in This Situation
For some reason, despite being one of the best centre backs in the world for the last couple of years and playing for Chelsea, one of the richest clubs in the world, something about David Luiz and his job security at his current role simply doesn’t add up.
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Liverpool FC – Iago Aspas Can Become a Starter Sooner Than Predicted
When Liverpool signed Iago Aspas this summer, it was quite questionable how quickly, if at all, the Spanish forward will find himself in the lineup. Closer and closer to the Premier League kick off, and things are looking better and brighter for him and his prospects.
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Real Madrid – Cristiano Ronaldo Should Thrive With a Little Less Attention
Quiet, relaxed summers are always a good ingredient for an even better season. While Cristiano Ronaldo has shown throughout his career and especially while playing for Real Madrid that he doesn’t mind having all the attention turned to him (and maybe even wants it that way), it’s hard to believe he’s suffering from seeing others taking center stage for once, even if it is a temporary thing.
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FC Barcelona – Lionel Messi & Neymar Still Haven’t Played Together
There wasn’t anything too special about the debut of Neymar for Barcelona, getting only 11 minutes that didn’t really amount to anything. Lionel Messi had a bit more time to show his skills and usual scoring ability, but to the disappointment of many, the two didn’t actually play together.
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NBA Rumors – Orlando Magic Will Probably Buyout Al Harrington
With Al Harrington pushing to play for a contender next season, the chances of the Orlando Magic buying out his contract become more and more likely, as keeping him on the team would be much too expensive.
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Los Angeles Lakers – Kobe Bryant as the Basis for Any Kind of Hope is Very Risky
When a general manager says he expects his team to win in the 2013-2014 NBA season, what does he mean exactly? Kobe Bryant is one huge question mark coming off his injury, when he actually returns. Pau Gasol probably will never be 100% with his knee problems, while Steve Nash has a very low ceiling. The rest? Athletic players who have disappointed in the league. What is exactly winning?